The House of Godwinsson
''The House of Godwinsson'' by E. R. Punshon (d. 1956), public domain. The crime fiction book follows Scotland Yard's Bobby Owen as he investigates a murder and uncovers a dangerous connection to an ancient, eccentric family who view themselves as the true, rightful rulers of England.
The narrative kicks off in a gritty London location known as Angel Alley, where the body of an unidentified man is discovered. Owen's investigation takes a highly personal and alarming turn when he searches the victim's belongings and finds a detailed, accurate floor plan of his own private flat.
As Owen delves into the mystery, he uncovers links between the underworld and the eccentric Godwinsson family. Tracing their ancestry back to the Anglo-Saxons, this ancient clan resents all rulers who followed William the Conqueror and struggles to adapt to the modern world.
The book is celebrated for being one of the more energetic and action-packed entries in the series, featuring several of Punshon's signature "set pieces" where the detective engages in thrilling physical brawls with gang members. Alongside the action, Owen navigates a complex web of intrigue that involves a meticulously prepared love nest, multiple bodies, and secrets of the old family.
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The narrative kicks off in a gritty London location known as Angel Alley, where the body of an unidentified man is discovered. Owen's investigation takes a highly personal and alarming turn when he searches the victim's belongings and finds a detailed, accurate floor plan of his own private flat.
As Owen delves into the mystery, he uncovers links between the underworld and the eccentric Godwinsson family. Tracing their ancestry back to the Anglo-Saxons, this ancient clan resents all rulers who followed William the Conqueror and struggles to adapt to the modern world.
The book is celebrated for being one of the more energetic and action-packed entries in the series, featuring several of Punshon's signature "set pieces" where the detective engages in thrilling physical brawls with gang members. Alongside the action, Owen navigates a complex web of intrigue that involves a meticulously prepared love nest, multiple bodies, and secrets of the old family.
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